Rivers are vital freshwater resources that support human livelihoods,yet they are increasingly impacted by upstream flows,anthropogenic activities,and waste discharge from riverside settlements.This study assessed and...Rivers are vital freshwater resources that support human livelihoods,yet they are increasingly impacted by upstream flows,anthropogenic activities,and waste discharge from riverside settlements.This study assessed and compared the livelihood status of transboundary riverine communities along the Jadukata and Nawagang rivers in the acid mine-affected and non-mine-affected regions of northeastern Bangladesh.Data were collected from 200 households using structured interviews,focus group discussions,and key informant interviews.Livelihood status was evaluated through five capitals namely human,physical,natural,social,and financial using an equally weighted composite index,the Livelihood Assessment Index(LAI).The overall LAI was 0.487,with individual capital scores of 0.61(human),0.72(physical),0.36(natural),0.55(social),and 0.198(financial).When disaggregated,Jadukata riverine areas(mine-affected)had lower scores across most capitals(LAI:0.449)compared to Nawagang areas(non-mine-affected)(LAI:0.522).Statistically significant differences were observed in physical,natural,and financial capitals particularly in indicators such as soil erosion protection,air quality,transport infrastructure,hospitality,and income.Although the overall livelihood status in both regions remains low,the Jadukata riverine inhabitants are disproportionately affected by socio-economic vulnerabilities due to acid mining.These findings can inform future research and policy interventions.Targeted awareness programs and environmental safeguards are recommended to mitigate pollution and protect the biodiversity of the Surma River system,to which both rivers are connected.展开更多
Pollution of transboundary rivers can result from anthropogenic activities in their watersheds.In this study,sediment traps were deployed to determine the fluxes,concentrations,and health risks associated with arsenic...Pollution of transboundary rivers can result from anthropogenic activities in their watersheds.In this study,sediment traps were deployed to determine the fluxes,concentrations,and health risks associated with arsenic,cadmium,mercury,lead,and iron in the estuaries of three transboundary rivers(Comoé,Bia,and Tanoé)in West Africa.Thus,the analysis of metal-associated sedimentation particle samples collected in rainy,flood,and dry seasons was required.Sediment traps were used to calculate the metal fluxes associated with sedimentation particles towards the Atlantic Ocean.Finally,the carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks of ingestion and dermal contact associated with sedimentation particles were assessed.The results showed that the total concentrations of trace metals in particulate matter were higher than in the UCC(Upper Crust Continental),with the exception of lead.The highest fluxes of lead,mercury,iron and arsenic associated with sedimented particles were observed during flood periods in the estuary of the Comoé,Bia and Tanoérivers.Cadmium fluxes associated with sedimentation particles were highest in the rainy season in the Bia and Comoéestuaries and in the flood season in the Tanoéestuary.Pearson’s correlation analysis and the enrichment factor showed that the trace metals were derived from anthropogenic activities such as mining and farming.In addition,contamination indices showed that sediment particles in the estuaries of the three rivers were severely contaminated with mercury.However,the results of potential human health risks associated with trace metals show that there is no probability of exposure of the community to harmful and carcinogenic effects through ingestion and dermal absorption of sediment particles.It is essential to integrate the information from this study into policy-and decision-making processes for better management of transboundary river water resources in coastal countries,particularly the Côte d’Ivoire.展开更多
Transboundary rivers have important geopolitical and geo-economic connotations, but riparian states of transboundary rivers are often driven by their own rapid population growth and economic development to become invo...Transboundary rivers have important geopolitical and geo-economic connotations, but riparian states of transboundary rivers are often driven by their own rapid population growth and economic development to become involved in regional conflicts about the development and use of water resources. Therefore, finding a balance between the need for fair and reasonable development of water resources and the effective protection of environment from an ecological perspective has become a major problem faced by the international community. This paper begins with consideration of international water laws related to transboundary rivers and then reviews advances in the research on benefit-sharing, ecological compensation mechanisms, and adaptive management systems. We believe that existing international water laws form a complete legal system and that more attention needs to be paid to transboundary cooperation and sustainable water resource use. With respect to how transboundary water conflicts are resolved, there is a trend to move away from single water resource allocation（a zero-sum game） to benefit-sharing in order to achieve a win-win situation for riparian states, but there are still some difficulties in transboundary ecological compensation. In China, the central government has paid attention to horizontal ecological compensation between upstream and downstream, offering guidance to promote establishment of inter-province ecological compensation. Based on existing practice, horizontal ecological compensations are still in their infancy, small in scale, supported by a weak legal system, lacking market mechanisms to encourage their use and relying on fiscal transfers as the method of payment. In the future, China will need to intensify its research on legal system development, international cooperation, and benefit-sharing as these impact transboundary water resources. Because government can be seen as a management department with multiple identities（enabler, regulator and buyer）, to improve adaptive transboundary ecological compensation mechanisms, government must develop as soon as possible data sharing platforms, standards of water consumption behaviors and intergovernmental policies（or ordinances）.展开更多
The Lower Mekong River basin (LMB) covers the lower part of the Mekong river basin, including Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. Due to numerous pressures from high population growth and intensive hydropower develo...The Lower Mekong River basin (LMB) covers the lower part of the Mekong river basin, including Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. Due to numerous pressures from high population growth and intensive hydropower development, the LMB has been facing significant challenges concerning its biodiversity and ecosystem. In 2017, Mekong River Commission (MRC), an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1995 among LMB countries, established the Council Study, which analysed the impacts of water development scenarios concerning the environmental, socioeconomic aspects of the LMB. This paper explores the nature of risks to the LMB water development and subsequently evaluates LMB’s water development scenarios described in the Council Study by using a multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) method. MCDA method has been widely applied in the field of water resource management in order to assist the decision-making process by systematically evaluating a certain number of alternatives against well-selected criteria through a preference rating scheme. By implementing a risk-based comprehensive assessment of the LMB transboundary water, this study provides insights into the impacts of the increasing risks to the ecosystem and human beings on the water development of the basin over time, which assists to change the awareness and the perspective toward humans’ risks and transboundary river ecosystem of decision-makers. This paper provides valuable recommendations for MRC to improve their policy concerning benefit-sharing scheme, water planning and risk mitigation strategies.展开更多
Understanding the relationship between sediment and discharge is crucial for effective river management and water-sediment modeling,especially in the Brahmaputra River,one of the large transboundary rivers with high s...Understanding the relationship between sediment and discharge is crucial for effective river management and water-sediment modeling,especially in the Brahmaputra River,one of the large transboundary rivers with high sediment and discharge variability in South Asia.Current knowledge of sediment-water relations is constrained by limited data,hindering effective transboundary river management.Using multivariate linear regression,climate elasticity coefficient,and traditional sediment rating curve,this study is designed to compare the sediment-water relations of the upstream(Nuxia)and the downstream(Bahadurabad).The results reveal significant variability between the two stations.In the upstream Nuxia,the simulation strongly correlates with observed suspended sediment load(SSL)and discharge(Q)(Pearson's r of 0.62 and 0.68,respectively).Conversely,at downstream Bahadurabad,weaker correlations(r=0.31 for sediment and r=0.51 for discharge simulation)indicate a reduced relation.This contrast reflects the non-linear nature of sediment-discharge coupling along the river continuum,shaped by both climatic and anthropogenic influences.Elasticity(ε)analysis highlights the dominant role of precipitation in shaping sediment-water dynamics(εP-SSL=2.53,εP-Q=1.01)at Nuxia,while Bahadurabad(εP-SSL=0.41,εP-Q=0.82)reflects a reduced sensitivity,possibly due to sediment retention along the floodplain.Air temperature elasticity(εT-SSL,-0.15&-3.06 at Nuxia and Bahadurabad,respectively)reveals contrasting impacts,strongly negatively influencing sediment transport at Bahadurabad.These findings highlight the significance of spatial variability and climatic influences on sediment dynamics,underscoring the necessity for site-specific management strategies.The sediment rating curve(SRC)analysis reveals a strong relationship between sediment and discharge(R^(2)=0.88)at Nuxia and a relatively weaker relationship(R^(2)=0.14)at Bahadurabad,which demonstrates a lower sedimentdischarge coupling that could be affected by downstream factors such as sediment deposition,channel morphology,and anthropogenic activities.This study offers valuable insights into sediment-water dynamics,highlighting the importance of understanding nonlinear relationships in the Brahmaputra River.展开更多
Transboundary rivers,traversing multiple national borders,integrate sovereign states into a unified ecological system,complicating water resource governance amid rising global water scarcity and geopolitical tensions....Transboundary rivers,traversing multiple national borders,integrate sovereign states into a unified ecological system,complicating water resource governance amid rising global water scarcity and geopolitical tensions.Consequently,transboundary river governance exemplifies the public resource dilemma.This study,framed by constructivist international relations theory,examines the Lancang-Mekong River Basin as a case study,using data from multiple sources and socioeconomic indicators to explore the evolution of collective identity among riparian countries and its influencing factors.Key findings include:(1)The collective identity of riparian countries evolved in three phases:emergence(1971-1991),formation(1992-2014),and development(2015–2022).During this process,basin governance evolved from limited mechanisms to a more comprehensive,basin-wide system,with an expanded issue range and an increasing number of cooperation agreements.Cooperative attitudes transitioned from broadly positive to differentiated,ultimately aligning more favorably.(2)Economic interdependence is critical to the formation of collective identity among riparian countries,while diplomatic alignment enhances cooperation.(3)Extreme weather events and political globalization exert dual effects on collective identity formation:extreme weather fosters cooperation but also prioritizes domestic recovery,complicating agreements and expanding issues.Political globalization has facilitated institutionalization and normalization of cooperation,though external involvement has deepened divisions in cooperative attitudes.This study contributes to theoretical perspectives on transboundary river governance and supports collective action in global environmental governance.展开更多
Understanding the effects of land cover changes on ecosystem carbon stocks is essential for ecosystem management and envi- ronmental protection, particularly in the transboundary region that has undergone marked chang...Understanding the effects of land cover changes on ecosystem carbon stocks is essential for ecosystem management and envi- ronmental protection, particularly in the transboundary region that has undergone marked changes. This study aimed to examine the impacts of land cover changes on ecosystem carbon stocks in the transboundary Tureen River Basin （TTRB）. We extracted the spatial information from Landsat Thematic Imager （TM） and Operational Land Imager （OLI） images for the years 1990 and 2015 and obtained convincing estimates of terrestrial biomass and soil carbon stocks with the INVEST model. The results showed that forestland, cropland and built-up land increased by 57.5, 429.7 and 128.9 km2, respectively, while grassland, wetland and barren land declined by 24.9, 548.0 and 43.0 km2, respectively in the TTRB from 1990 to 2015. The total carbon stocks encompassing aboveground, belowground, soil and litter layer carbon storage pools have declined from 831.48 Tg C in 1990 to 831.42 Tg C in 2015 due to land cover changes. In detail, the carbon stocks de- creased by 3.13 Tg C and 0.44 Tg C in Democratic People＇s Republic of Korea （North Korea） and Russia, respectively, while increased by 3.51 Tg C in China. Furthermore, economic development, and national policy accounted for most land cover changes in the TTRB. Our results imply that effective wetland and forestland protection policies among China, North Korea, and Russia are much needed for protecting the natural resources, promoting local ecosystem services and regional sustainable development in the transnational area.展开更多
The present article sought to address the issue of shared management of water resources among sovereign states in Latin America, focusing on the hydrographic basin of the River Plate. The methodology of the Transbound...The present article sought to address the issue of shared management of water resources among sovereign states in Latin America, focusing on the hydrographic basin of the River Plate. The methodology of the Transboundary Waters Assessment Programme for river basins proposed by the United Nations was used to evaluate risks within current and future scenarios. The results obtained allow the inference that the River Plate basin is in a moderate-risk category. However, high and very high risk values were observed for the pollution, dams and economic reliance indicators, which in the future horizon could promote conflicts regarding water resource use. In conclusion, states should establish their priorities and clear rules for monitoring, use and surveillance of water. This process should be done in an integrated manner, with due regard for international arrangements, and should be compatible with the policies and management instruments of the countries involved.展开更多
The mountainous hydrological process usually shows high variation to climate change and human action. In the Longitudinal Range-Gorge Region（LRGR）, Southwestern China and Southeast Asian, the transboundary runoff va...The mountainous hydrological process usually shows high variation to climate change and human action. In the Longitudinal Range-Gorge Region（LRGR）, Southwestern China and Southeast Asian, the transboundary runoff variations are much more sensitive and complex under the interaction of climate change, ＂corridor-barrier＂ functions in LRGR,and dams building. In this paper, based on the long hydrological records（1956-2013） from three mainstream hydrological stations in Nu River,Lancang River, and Red River, the region runoff variations were analyzed. The results show out： i） the regional runoff changes were strongly influenced by the ＂Corridor-Barrier＂ functions in LRGR from west to east, the variability extent of annual runoff increased, but tended to decrease after 2009 and the reduced extents also increased; ii） the annual runoff change in the three rivers had high concentration degrees; iii） there were periodicities of 33 years of runoff change in Nu River and Lancang River, and 30 years in Red River, and the lower flow period would continue for 8-9 years in Nu River and Lancang River but only for 4 years in Red River; iv） since 2010, as the two mega dams of Xiaowan and Nuozhadu built in Lancang River mainstream, their variations of annual runoff were quite different. The research results could offer a scientific base for sustainable utilization,conservation, and management of the regional water resources展开更多
基金funded by University Grants Commission of Bangladesh,grant number(Ser.No-14(2021-2022),Mon.No-37.01.0000.071.36.040.22).
文摘Rivers are vital freshwater resources that support human livelihoods,yet they are increasingly impacted by upstream flows,anthropogenic activities,and waste discharge from riverside settlements.This study assessed and compared the livelihood status of transboundary riverine communities along the Jadukata and Nawagang rivers in the acid mine-affected and non-mine-affected regions of northeastern Bangladesh.Data were collected from 200 households using structured interviews,focus group discussions,and key informant interviews.Livelihood status was evaluated through five capitals namely human,physical,natural,social,and financial using an equally weighted composite index,the Livelihood Assessment Index(LAI).The overall LAI was 0.487,with individual capital scores of 0.61(human),0.72(physical),0.36(natural),0.55(social),and 0.198(financial).When disaggregated,Jadukata riverine areas(mine-affected)had lower scores across most capitals(LAI:0.449)compared to Nawagang areas(non-mine-affected)(LAI:0.522).Statistically significant differences were observed in physical,natural,and financial capitals particularly in indicators such as soil erosion protection,air quality,transport infrastructure,hospitality,and income.Although the overall livelihood status in both regions remains low,the Jadukata riverine inhabitants are disproportionately affected by socio-economic vulnerabilities due to acid mining.These findings can inform future research and policy interventions.Targeted awareness programs and environmental safeguards are recommended to mitigate pollution and protect the biodiversity of the Surma River system,to which both rivers are connected.
文摘Pollution of transboundary rivers can result from anthropogenic activities in their watersheds.In this study,sediment traps were deployed to determine the fluxes,concentrations,and health risks associated with arsenic,cadmium,mercury,lead,and iron in the estuaries of three transboundary rivers(Comoé,Bia,and Tanoé)in West Africa.Thus,the analysis of metal-associated sedimentation particle samples collected in rainy,flood,and dry seasons was required.Sediment traps were used to calculate the metal fluxes associated with sedimentation particles towards the Atlantic Ocean.Finally,the carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks of ingestion and dermal contact associated with sedimentation particles were assessed.The results showed that the total concentrations of trace metals in particulate matter were higher than in the UCC(Upper Crust Continental),with the exception of lead.The highest fluxes of lead,mercury,iron and arsenic associated with sedimented particles were observed during flood periods in the estuary of the Comoé,Bia and Tanoérivers.Cadmium fluxes associated with sedimentation particles were highest in the rainy season in the Bia and Comoéestuaries and in the flood season in the Tanoéestuary.Pearson’s correlation analysis and the enrichment factor showed that the trace metals were derived from anthropogenic activities such as mining and farming.In addition,contamination indices showed that sediment particles in the estuaries of the three rivers were severely contaminated with mercury.However,the results of potential human health risks associated with trace metals show that there is no probability of exposure of the community to harmful and carcinogenic effects through ingestion and dermal absorption of sediment particles.It is essential to integrate the information from this study into policy-and decision-making processes for better management of transboundary river water resources in coastal countries,particularly the Côte d’Ivoire.
基金The Projects of National Natural Science Foundation of China(71561137002,41671177 and 41501192)National Key Basic Research and Development Plan of China(2015CB452702)National Key Research and Development Plan of China(2016YFA0602402)
文摘Transboundary rivers have important geopolitical and geo-economic connotations, but riparian states of transboundary rivers are often driven by their own rapid population growth and economic development to become involved in regional conflicts about the development and use of water resources. Therefore, finding a balance between the need for fair and reasonable development of water resources and the effective protection of environment from an ecological perspective has become a major problem faced by the international community. This paper begins with consideration of international water laws related to transboundary rivers and then reviews advances in the research on benefit-sharing, ecological compensation mechanisms, and adaptive management systems. We believe that existing international water laws form a complete legal system and that more attention needs to be paid to transboundary cooperation and sustainable water resource use. With respect to how transboundary water conflicts are resolved, there is a trend to move away from single water resource allocation（a zero-sum game） to benefit-sharing in order to achieve a win-win situation for riparian states, but there are still some difficulties in transboundary ecological compensation. In China, the central government has paid attention to horizontal ecological compensation between upstream and downstream, offering guidance to promote establishment of inter-province ecological compensation. Based on existing practice, horizontal ecological compensations are still in their infancy, small in scale, supported by a weak legal system, lacking market mechanisms to encourage their use and relying on fiscal transfers as the method of payment. In the future, China will need to intensify its research on legal system development, international cooperation, and benefit-sharing as these impact transboundary water resources. Because government can be seen as a management department with multiple identities（enabler, regulator and buyer）, to improve adaptive transboundary ecological compensation mechanisms, government must develop as soon as possible data sharing platforms, standards of water consumption behaviors and intergovernmental policies（or ordinances）.
文摘The Lower Mekong River basin (LMB) covers the lower part of the Mekong river basin, including Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. Due to numerous pressures from high population growth and intensive hydropower development, the LMB has been facing significant challenges concerning its biodiversity and ecosystem. In 2017, Mekong River Commission (MRC), an intergovernmental organisation founded in 1995 among LMB countries, established the Council Study, which analysed the impacts of water development scenarios concerning the environmental, socioeconomic aspects of the LMB. This paper explores the nature of risks to the LMB water development and subsequently evaluates LMB’s water development scenarios described in the Council Study by using a multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) method. MCDA method has been widely applied in the field of water resource management in order to assist the decision-making process by systematically evaluating a certain number of alternatives against well-selected criteria through a preference rating scheme. By implementing a risk-based comprehensive assessment of the LMB transboundary water, this study provides insights into the impacts of the increasing risks to the ecosystem and human beings on the water development of the basin over time, which assists to change the awareness and the perspective toward humans’ risks and transboundary river ecosystem of decision-makers. This paper provides valuable recommendations for MRC to improve their policy concerning benefit-sharing scheme, water planning and risk mitigation strategies.
基金jointly supported by the Second Tibetan Plateau Scientific Expedition and Research Program(Grant No.2019QZKK0902)National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)project(Grant No.42305178)+1 种基金the Key R&D Program of Tibet Autonomous Region(Grant No.XZ202301ZY0039G)the Science and Technology Research Program of Institute of Mountain Hazards and Environment,Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.IMHEZDRW-01)。
文摘Understanding the relationship between sediment and discharge is crucial for effective river management and water-sediment modeling,especially in the Brahmaputra River,one of the large transboundary rivers with high sediment and discharge variability in South Asia.Current knowledge of sediment-water relations is constrained by limited data,hindering effective transboundary river management.Using multivariate linear regression,climate elasticity coefficient,and traditional sediment rating curve,this study is designed to compare the sediment-water relations of the upstream(Nuxia)and the downstream(Bahadurabad).The results reveal significant variability between the two stations.In the upstream Nuxia,the simulation strongly correlates with observed suspended sediment load(SSL)and discharge(Q)(Pearson's r of 0.62 and 0.68,respectively).Conversely,at downstream Bahadurabad,weaker correlations(r=0.31 for sediment and r=0.51 for discharge simulation)indicate a reduced relation.This contrast reflects the non-linear nature of sediment-discharge coupling along the river continuum,shaped by both climatic and anthropogenic influences.Elasticity(ε)analysis highlights the dominant role of precipitation in shaping sediment-water dynamics(εP-SSL=2.53,εP-Q=1.01)at Nuxia,while Bahadurabad(εP-SSL=0.41,εP-Q=0.82)reflects a reduced sensitivity,possibly due to sediment retention along the floodplain.Air temperature elasticity(εT-SSL,-0.15&-3.06 at Nuxia and Bahadurabad,respectively)reveals contrasting impacts,strongly negatively influencing sediment transport at Bahadurabad.These findings highlight the significance of spatial variability and climatic influences on sediment dynamics,underscoring the necessity for site-specific management strategies.The sediment rating curve(SRC)analysis reveals a strong relationship between sediment and discharge(R^(2)=0.88)at Nuxia and a relatively weaker relationship(R^(2)=0.14)at Bahadurabad,which demonstrates a lower sedimentdischarge coupling that could be affected by downstream factors such as sediment deposition,channel morphology,and anthropogenic activities.This study offers valuable insights into sediment-water dynamics,highlighting the importance of understanding nonlinear relationships in the Brahmaputra River.
基金National Science and Technology Support Program of China,No.2013BAB06B03National Key Research and Development Program of China,No.2016YFA0601600。
文摘Transboundary rivers,traversing multiple national borders,integrate sovereign states into a unified ecological system,complicating water resource governance amid rising global water scarcity and geopolitical tensions.Consequently,transboundary river governance exemplifies the public resource dilemma.This study,framed by constructivist international relations theory,examines the Lancang-Mekong River Basin as a case study,using data from multiple sources and socioeconomic indicators to explore the evolution of collective identity among riparian countries and its influencing factors.Key findings include:(1)The collective identity of riparian countries evolved in three phases:emergence(1971-1991),formation(1992-2014),and development(2015–2022).During this process,basin governance evolved from limited mechanisms to a more comprehensive,basin-wide system,with an expanded issue range and an increasing number of cooperation agreements.Cooperative attitudes transitioned from broadly positive to differentiated,ultimately aligning more favorably.(2)Economic interdependence is critical to the formation of collective identity among riparian countries,while diplomatic alignment enhances cooperation.(3)Extreme weather events and political globalization exert dual effects on collective identity formation:extreme weather fosters cooperation but also prioritizes domestic recovery,complicating agreements and expanding issues.Political globalization has facilitated institutionalization and normalization of cooperation,though external involvement has deepened divisions in cooperative attitudes.This study contributes to theoretical perspectives on transboundary river governance and supports collective action in global environmental governance.
基金Under the auspices of the National Key Research and Development Project(No.2016YFA0602301)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.41730643,41671219,41771109,31500400)
文摘Understanding the effects of land cover changes on ecosystem carbon stocks is essential for ecosystem management and envi- ronmental protection, particularly in the transboundary region that has undergone marked changes. This study aimed to examine the impacts of land cover changes on ecosystem carbon stocks in the transboundary Tureen River Basin （TTRB）. We extracted the spatial information from Landsat Thematic Imager （TM） and Operational Land Imager （OLI） images for the years 1990 and 2015 and obtained convincing estimates of terrestrial biomass and soil carbon stocks with the INVEST model. The results showed that forestland, cropland and built-up land increased by 57.5, 429.7 and 128.9 km2, respectively, while grassland, wetland and barren land declined by 24.9, 548.0 and 43.0 km2, respectively in the TTRB from 1990 to 2015. The total carbon stocks encompassing aboveground, belowground, soil and litter layer carbon storage pools have declined from 831.48 Tg C in 1990 to 831.42 Tg C in 2015 due to land cover changes. In detail, the carbon stocks de- creased by 3.13 Tg C and 0.44 Tg C in Democratic People＇s Republic of Korea （North Korea） and Russia, respectively, while increased by 3.51 Tg C in China. Furthermore, economic development, and national policy accounted for most land cover changes in the TTRB. Our results imply that effective wetland and forestland protection policies among China, North Korea, and Russia are much needed for protecting the natural resources, promoting local ecosystem services and regional sustainable development in the transnational area.
文摘The present article sought to address the issue of shared management of water resources among sovereign states in Latin America, focusing on the hydrographic basin of the River Plate. The methodology of the Transboundary Waters Assessment Programme for river basins proposed by the United Nations was used to evaluate risks within current and future scenarios. The results obtained allow the inference that the River Plate basin is in a moderate-risk category. However, high and very high risk values were observed for the pollution, dams and economic reliance indicators, which in the future horizon could promote conflicts regarding water resource use. In conclusion, states should establish their priorities and clear rules for monitoring, use and surveillance of water. This process should be done in an integrated manner, with due regard for international arrangements, and should be compatible with the policies and management instruments of the countries involved.
基金funded by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2016YFA0601600)the Key Project of National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U1202232)
文摘The mountainous hydrological process usually shows high variation to climate change and human action. In the Longitudinal Range-Gorge Region（LRGR）, Southwestern China and Southeast Asian, the transboundary runoff variations are much more sensitive and complex under the interaction of climate change, ＂corridor-barrier＂ functions in LRGR,and dams building. In this paper, based on the long hydrological records（1956-2013） from three mainstream hydrological stations in Nu River,Lancang River, and Red River, the region runoff variations were analyzed. The results show out： i） the regional runoff changes were strongly influenced by the ＂Corridor-Barrier＂ functions in LRGR from west to east, the variability extent of annual runoff increased, but tended to decrease after 2009 and the reduced extents also increased; ii） the annual runoff change in the three rivers had high concentration degrees; iii） there were periodicities of 33 years of runoff change in Nu River and Lancang River, and 30 years in Red River, and the lower flow period would continue for 8-9 years in Nu River and Lancang River but only for 4 years in Red River; iv） since 2010, as the two mega dams of Xiaowan and Nuozhadu built in Lancang River mainstream, their variations of annual runoff were quite different. The research results could offer a scientific base for sustainable utilization,conservation, and management of the regional water resources
